Transport Manager

We’re looking for an experienced and driven Transport Manager to join a well-established and growing national business based in Lancaster. This is a fantastic full-time opportunity to play a key leadership role in a fast-paced, professional transport operation.

If you're passionate about logistics, thrive on optimising performance, and have experience with ADR (carriage of dangerous goods) – ideally with a background in tanker or “takers” transport –

we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead day-to-day transport operations, including fleet management, route planning, and driver scheduling
• Ensure full compliance with transport legislation, drivers’ hours, and safety standards
• Drive cost-efficiency, streamline processes, and implement performance improvements
• Oversee vehicle maintenance, inspections, and repairs
• Motivate and manage a team of professional drivers
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
• Monitor KPIs and produce reports with actionable insights
• Investigate and resolve vehicle incidents or compliance issues
• Stay current with logistics trends and regulatory changes
• Promote sustainability and safety within the transport function
• Manage budgets and contribute to strategic planning

What We’re Looking For:

• CPC in Road Haulage – essential
• Proven experience as a Transport Manager in a multi-drop logistics or similar setting
• Hands-on experience managing ADR movements – tanker experience is highly desirable
• Strong leadership, planning, and people management skills
• Deep knowledge of transport legislation and compliance
• Tech-savvy with a continuous improvement mindset

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a respected national brand
• Lead a high-impact team with autonomy and support
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Long-term career opportunities within a growing business

📍 Location: Lancaster

📅 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

💼 Salary: Competitive + Company Car